Eclectic therapist with a proven track record at Deaton & Deaton Counseling and Consulting. Expert in facilitating group therapy and building rapport, I enhance client outcomes through evidence-based techniques and personalized care strategies. Committed to fostering trust and improving mental health for diverse populations. Reliable team player with strong skills in conflict resolution and adaptability, ensuring client-centric care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Therapist
Deaton & Deaton Counseling and Consulting
12.2019 - 07.2025
Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship.
Provided individual and group therapy sessions to patients suffering from mental health issues and substance abuse. Experience with psychoeducational groups, facilitation of Intensive Outpatient Program, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions.
Enhanced client well-being through personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
Provided crisis intervention services, stabilizing clients in distress and connecting them with necessary resources.
Conducted thorough assessments to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and develop appropriate treatment strategies.
Intern
Deaton & Deaton Counseling and Consulting
08.2018 - 11.2019
Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
Co-facilitated IOP and DBT groups.
Provided individual therapy for a small caseload.
Intern
Catalyst Behavioral Health
01.2019 - 05.2019
Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
Shadowed other therapist and gained knowledge on the application of evidence based techniques.
Created and facilitated a social skills group for children ages 5 to 8.
Education
Clinical Mental Health
University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY
12-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY
05-2017
Skills
Treatment Planning
Building rapport
Crisis intervention
Facilitating groups
One-on-one sessions
Intake assessments
Trained in Level 2 Gottman therapy, DBT, CBT, somatic processing, and currently working on training in Family Systems
Adult Peer Support Specialist/Manager of Sober Living Services at Deaton and Deaton Counseling and CounsultingAdult Peer Support Specialist/Manager of Sober Living Services at Deaton and Deaton Counseling and Counsulting